Project Director - Construction (Major Commercial Development)

Central London (Head Office & Site-Based)
-110,000 - -130,000 + Package (Car Allowance, Bonus, Family Bupa + More)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Project Director to join a leading construction business, working on a landmark mixed-use commercial development in Central London.

This role will initially be based in a Central London head office during the pre-construction and tender phase, before transitioning to site once the project moves into delivery. You will act as the No.2 on site, playing a pivotal role in driving the project from tender through to successful completion.

The Role

As Project Director, you will take ownership of key elements of this major scheme, ensuring successful planning, coordination, and delivery throughout the full project lifecycle. Key responsibilities will include:

• Leading logistics planning and site management in line with programme and operational requirements
• Overseeing the development and delivery of the master programme and key project milestones
• Establishing and driving performance measures to meet project objectives
• Monitoring progress against design and programme, ensuring quality and compliance
• Implementing a robust communication strategy, including regular reporting on progress, risks, and opportunities
• Working closely with the Commercial Manager to manage risk and opportunity strategies and ensure project is delivered within targeted contractual obligations
• Providing visible leadership across site teams and ensuring a high-performing project environment

About You

• A proven leader with a strong track record on major commercial schemes:
• Experience operating at Project Director / Construction Director / Project Lead level
• Demonstrable success delivering large-scale mixed-use or commercial developments (-200m+) from tender through to completion
• Extensive experience within the construction industry, ideally with Tier 1 or leading contractors
• Strong knowledge of project delivery, planning, and commercial oversight
• A confident and visible leader, capable of managing large, high-performing teams
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• ideal experience on commercial projects / mixed use developments (leisure centres, schools, offices, warehouses, data centres or similar)

What''s on Offer

• Competitive salary of -110k - -130k basic salary
• Attractive benefits package including bonus, car allowance, and family private healthcare (Bupa)
• Opportunity to work on a flagship Central London development
• A key leadership role with real influence over project success
• Opportunity to work on a project from inception